I am getting killed with spam calls today from a 956 area code, all Mexican.
I add them to my reject list, I am them to an Unwanted contact as well... but they keep coming as different numbers.
Anyone else have some suggestions? I do not have any crap apps... not sure what's causing this.
Call T-Mo, they should be able to block the calls for you
T-Mobile does not block individual numbers. Your options to avoid any calls are family allowances, which you will need to block the individual numbers for, or changing your number.
So far I've added 8 numbers to my reject list. Jesus.
anyone know of an app that will prevent your phone from ringing, IF there is a call from a certain area code?
If not, someone willing to make it? You would make bank.
Lol that's crazy, good luck.
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As some predicted, T-Mobile could not do anything, but they did give me more minutes (not needed, but nice gesture).
I think I am going to try and make my first app.... anyone know if it's even possible to have the phone just block an area code before I spend so much time trying to make an app (my first one, o Jesus).
I just checked the market for "Call Block", and there seem to be several apps for it already. At least one (for $2) includes the ability to filter the calls based on area code (example shows block toll free numbers as 800-NNN-NNNN). So yes, it appears to be possible.
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anyone know of an app that will prevent your phone from ringing, IF there is a call from a certain area code?
If not, someone willing to make it? You would make bank.
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GBlocker will do it. It's a pay app & I don't remember what it cost originally, but I love it.
I use it to block all numbers not in my contact list (if they're important, they'll leave a message & I'll add them to my contact list)
EDIT: I just looked on Appbrain & they apparently have a trial version. I dunno if anythings removed, but might be worth your time to give it a look
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For months I've been getting calls from Heather from "Account Services" about lowering my credit card rate and blah blah blah. I'm on the do not call list and repeatedly ask to be removed from their call list. They hang up on me when I do that or even show a sign of no interest.
I have a call/text filter app that can blacklist numbers, but they use a different number each time (I have at least 5 blacklisted already just from them). I DID find another call filter app (wish I remembered its name) that checks the numbers against their own database of telemarketers/spam so you don't have to already have had the number blacklisted. Problem is... CDMA can't handle calls and internet at the same time. So that app didn't work for me. Is there anything similar that might have an offline database I could just update from time to time? I'm sick of this scam calling me.
And I've already reported them and next move will be to actually record a call but not sure what i'm going to do with that yet. I'm just so annoyed that i'm going to try fighting back.
There is an app called Number Guru. But like you said, it works after the fact.
If you're on that list, you can Sue them in small claims court. It's per offense per call, so you can make some money off of them.
Thanks. I did research the call(ers) and I guess it's a scam going around and has been for years. I found stuff back as far as 2008. They're under investigation but the problem is they keep moving from call center to call center and use different but similar company names. But I'll give it a shot I suppose.
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I m in damn need of call blocker for my new lumia, I searched in store but not found a single app, Help
There is none as far as I know, and since the WP is pretty closed up as a system, one cannot make it without a jailbreak.
That's too bad, i had to subscribe in a service provided by the carrier ($5 a month) just to block 10 different phone numbers!
we need an app to do this!!
Why - insert those numbers to ur phonebook, assign a silent tone for them and voila, u r not distracted!
Oh yes, there is no silent tone in WP8, but u can make one on ur computer, and insert it into the phone.
Problem solved - next one please
Windows Need a Lot of development ad innovation in apps
These kinda things cannot be made in apps, they have to be implemented in the system. Or, the system has to be jailbroken, so we can put thing like these in it! There is no other solution!
miodrage said:
These kinda things cannot be made in apps, they have to be implemented in the system. Or, the system has to be jailbroken, so we can put thing like these in it! There is no other solution!
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But we have call blockers on Android which doesn't need root access
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But we have call blockers on Android which doesn't need root access
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Windows Phone is not your swiss cheese of security like android is. Android is a lot more open and apps can do a lot more, but it all comes at the cost of security. As a phone, I really like windows phone (7 and 8) because it is easy to use and you don't have to worry about "oh, that app could malicous!".
as for call blocking: I always wondered who people give their phone numbers to that you have to block a lot of numbers. I myself do only have one number that I need to block (for some reason my carrier decides to call me every 2 months and lying to me about my bills, claiming I am always paying double of what my contract is despite my paying pretty much the bare minimum every month) and so I simply added it to my contacts as "DO NOT ANSWER" and asigning a silent ringtone. That way, at least I can see the timestamps of when they are trying to call
After an hour with Google I was no further than when I began so I figured it was time to ask for some advice.
I'd like to buy a phone number that I can keep for a long time (5-10+ years). I'd like it to be able to receive/make calls, a number of my choice (ex- 202-345-6789), able to take voicemail & send/receive SMS. A one time initial payment is my preference so I don't have to worry about contracts changing etc. I really like the idea of having 1 number which I can use from my computer, phone, or tablet for basic use. I'm not a phone-heavy person.
I seem to recall reading that this was feasible but I can't find the information.
Any pointers/search tips/etc. would be appreciated.
TL;DR: I change phones/plans frequently & hate the process. Basically I want the P.O. Box version of a phone number. It would be great if it can voicemail/SMS as well. Is this possible?
(yes, I've searched, I keep coming across uninformative regurgitation of 'Ten tips you need to know about using Google Voice' & other about.com style "info")
I've been trying to find a simple way to block SMS/MMS to my phone. I've been using Signal for a while now as do many of my friends and would just assume block all the unsecure stuff since Signal comes though data. Thought it would be easier than it's turning out to be. Tried a couple apps and they require building spam lists to get them to work, any way to just block them all?
if you don't mind just blacklist the number perhaps
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if you don't mind just blacklist the number perhaps
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That will also stop calls which I don't want to do. I only want to stop non Signal SMS/MMS
There's got to be an easier way but what I've come up with for now is I'm using Postman SMS blocker to block all SMS while it's set as my default messenger. I'm using Auto Reply free to auto respond to those blocked texts to tell them they've been blocked and to download Signal. Most of my friends are already on Signal and the ones that don't give half a crap about their privacy, that's their problem. They can call or email. In this situation theres still technically txts making it to the phone but their one sided statements that are never replied to and no conversation from me. Will all the notifications of the block and reply off it's good enough for now.
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That will also stop calls which I don't want to do. I only want to stop non Signal SMS/MMS
There's got to be an easier way but what I've come up with for now is I'm using Postman SMS blocker to block all SMS while it's set as my default messenger. I'm using Auto Reply free to auto respond to those blocked texts to tell them they've been blocked and to download Signal. Most of my friends are already on Signal and the ones that don't give half a crap about their privacy, that's their problem. They can call or email. In this situation theres still technically txts making it to the phone but their one sided statements that are never replied to and no conversation from me. Will all the notifications of the block and reply off it's good enough for now.
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You are sadly mistaken if you think signal is more secure then the standard SMS protocol. That's like samsung what's app or fb messenger are secure. It's only as secure as their server is.
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You are sadly mistaken if you think signal is more secure then the standard SMS protocol. That's like samsung what's app or fb messenger are secure. It's only as secure as their server is.
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Can you explain how? Signal is end to end encrypted and the keys aren't stored on the server. WhatsApp is made by WhatsApp and has nothing to do with Samsung, they also use the Signal/Text Secure protocol so same thing different name. No shortage of security experts regularly examine the source and I've yet to read a review from anybody in security that isn't a huge fan. I fail to see how regular ol SMS that does none of that and is just as secure. If you know something nobody else seems to please let us know, I can't be the only one that's into privacy that would want to know.
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Can you explain how? Signal is end to end encrypted and the keys aren't stored on the server. WhatsApp is made by WhatsApp and has nothing to do with Samsung, they also use the Signal/Text Secure protocol so same thing different name. No shortage of security experts regularly examine the source and I've yet to read a review from anybody in security that isn't a huge fan. I fail to see how regular ol SMS that does none of that and is just as secure. If you know something nobody else seems to please let us know, I can't be the only one that's into privacy that would want to know.
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Samsung was an auto correct. As for Wahtsapp that is owned by FB and made by them and have been found over and over again to have back doors built in just like their messaging app.
Ill leave you wit this. We have some of the best in android security here on the site. Yet none of them use it and advise to stay away from everything to do with FB. Ever wonder why on XDA we have not featured the app. IF it really was that secure then we would be all over it covering it and advising its use.
True Mobile security is an illusion. IF you use a rooted device or use social media then privacy isnt really a big deal.
Hi, I'm looking for an APP that can replace Chikka, since the service stopped in march this year after running for almost 2 decades.
I found 2, but both has some things I don't like:
FSMS (Freedom SMS) - The app works like Chikka and replies do end up in the APP's own inbox, but keep pushing to be the default SMS APP even though you already said NO during first setup. Also it contain surveys that collect your data. Add's I can live with, but not data collecting.
PreText SMS - The app works like Chikka and replies do end up in the APP's own inbox, but keep pushing to be the default SMS APP even though you already said NO during first setup, and there is an annoying "Make default APP" button in the bottom of the screen. Also it contain surveys that collect your data - this were not disclosed before downloading and installing. Add's I can live with, but not data collecting.
Anyone know of alternatives?
Yes, I already searched for it
I'm 6 months a year in Denmark and need to send/receive SMS to/from Philippines, and only Philippines - So don't need a permanent replacement for my normal SMS APP. Philippines is not like most of the world, there are places where you simply can't get an internet connection for FB messenger or other chat APP's to work, or the phone signal is really poor so calling is not good - therefore the need for something like Chikka(Text over internet -> SMS(they earned the money on add's and the replies cost 2Php)).
I wouldn't mind paying for the APP or a monthly subscribtion, but not one that bind me for a year or two, or is hard to get out of again, as I stated above, I only need it for 6 months a year.
So what do you guy's/girl's say?
Regards
JBJ
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Hi, I'm looking for an APP that can replace Chikka, since the service stopped in march this year after running for almost 2 decades.
I found 2, but both has some things I don't like:
FSMS (Freedom SMS) - The app works like Chikka and replies do end up in the APP's own inbox, but keep pushing to be the default SMS APP even though you already said NO during first setup. Also it contain surveys that collect your data. Add's I can live with, but not data collecting.
PreText SMS - The app works like Chikka and replies do end up in the APP's own inbox, but keep pushing to be the default SMS APP even though you already said NO during first setup, and there is an annoying "Make default APP" button in the bottom of the screen. Also it contain surveys that collect your data - this were not disclosed before downloading and installing. Add's I can live with, but not data collecting.
Anyone know of alternatives?
Yes, I already searched for it
I'm 6 months a year in Denmark and need to send/receive SMS to/from Philippines, and only Philippines - So don't need a permanent replacement for my normal SMS APP. Philippines is not like most of the world, there are places where you simply can't get an internet connection for FB messenger or other chat APP's to work, or the phone signal is really poor so calling is not good - therefore the need for something like Chikka(Text over internet -> SMS(they earned the money on add's and the replies cost 2Php)).
I wouldn't mind paying for the APP or a monthly subscribtion, but not one that bind me for a year or two, or is hard to get out of again, as I stated above, I only need it for 6 months a year.
So what do you guy's/girl's say?
Regards
JBJ
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I am also looking for it. If you find out. Please tell me.
WilliamDoc said:
Recently I came across this app called Magtxt. And I loved it. I hope you also will like it.
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Hi Magtxt is nice for sending SMS, but you can't get replies
Thanx for the input